Once you have downloaded the driver archive (usually a .zip or .exe file), follow these steps to install it: Method 1: Using the Executable Setup Extract the downloaded .zip folder if necessary. Look for a file named Setup.exe or Install.exe . Right-click the file and choose .

Can run using the Windows Vista driver installed via Compatibility Mode .

If manually locating the driver feels overwhelming, you can use — it is open-source, offline-capable, and contains the final Intel GMA 950 driver.

Sites like Driver Scape or The Retro Web host archived versions of the MS-7255 drivers.

VIA UniChrome Pro 3D/2D Graphics or VIA Chrome9 HC IGP.

Locate a trusted legacy driver archive or the official MSI support page for the or P4M900M2 .

Because this motherboard belongs to the LGA 775 socket era (supporting Intel Pentium 4, Pentium D, Dual-Core, and Core 2 Duo processors), official driver support is limited to older operating systems. Official VGA drivers are available for: Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit) Windows Vista (32-bit and 64-bit) Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit)

Leave a comment with your exact operating system and RAM amount. The MSI N1996 (MS-7255) is a resilient board, but its graphics capabilities end firmly in the Windows 7 era.

Because these motherboards use VIA chipsets, you can also obtain drivers directly from the VIA Driver Download Portal . For MS-7255 Ver 1.x (P4M890M-L)

The MSI MS-7255, often recognized by the N1996 identification number, is a classic LGA 775 motherboard designed for Intel processors. While it is a reliable, budget-friendly board for older systems, finding the correct display drivers in 2026 can be challenging due to its age.

To help find the exact driver file for your system, let me know: Which are you currently using? Is your operating system 32-bit or 64-bit ?

Select your operating system version (e.g., Windows 7 32-bit). Select or VGA .